Department D Goats Superintendent: Susan Dionne (518) 765-3115 Asst. Superintendent: Sadie Luck JUDGE: Karen Smith MAILED ENTRIES MUST BE POSTMARKED ON OR BEFORE FRIDAY JULY 27, 2018 HAND DELIVERED ENTRIES MUST BE IN THE ENTRY OFFICE BY 2 P.M. FRIDAY, JULY 27, 2018 ONLINE ENTRIES WILL BE ACCEPTED UNTIL 9 A.M. FRIDAY, AUGUST 3, 2018 NO ENTRY FORM WILL BE ACCEPTED AFTER THE DATE AND TIME INDICATED EXCEPT FOR SPECIFIC DEPARTMENTS AS INDICATED. It is the exhibitor s responsibility to make sure that his or her entry form is received in the Fair Office on or before the deadline. ALBANY COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT RECOMMENDS EXTRA CARE IN THE HOUSING AND HANDLING OF OFF LABEL VACCINATED ANIMALS. AS A RESULT OF THIS RECOMMENDATION, GOATS WILL BE REQUIRED TO BE VACCINATED BEFORE 28 DAYS PRIOR TO ARRIVAL AT OUR FAIR. 1. Before making entries, read General Rules and Regulations, Standards for Conduct of Fairs, Animal Health Requirements and IAFE National Code of Show Ring Ethics. Entries open to all exhibitors. 2. With the exception of Class 1, only registered animals are eligible for entry in this department. Registration papers must be available. 3. Ages of all animals in this department will be computed from the date of birth to date of show. 4. No parking of trucks or other vehicles in goat barn area. EXHIBITORS ARE NOT PERMITTED TO SLEEP IN THE GOAT BARN. 5. Each exhibitor will supply his own feed and bedding. 6. A maximum of two premiums shall be awarded to any one exhibitor in any one lot. Ribbons shall be awarded as judged. 7. All animals shown in group of special lots must have been shown in their regular lot. 8. ADGA registration of all animals six months of age or older is required, kids under 6 months of age may be shown but must be registered to show proof that application for registration has been received by the ADGA office (a duplicate application stamped showing date received by ADGA office is required to serve as proof of application for registry of recordation). 9. Open doe show, ADGA Rules will govern. Show order is subject to change to ensure the show runs in a timely manner. 10. Any milking animal showing over distention of the udder is subject to discrimination by the judge. There is no pre show milk out. 11. Official Milking Competition, ADGA rules will govern. The date for the milk test in 2018 is Thursday, August 16 6:00 p.m. All animals entered in the Milking Competition MUST be on the fairgrounds by 2:00 p.m., Monday, August 13. The dates for the Milking Competition are August 16 and 17. 12. State Veterinarian health check Monday August 14, animals must be in place by 2:00 p.m. Please read Animal Health Requirements for rules governing USDA identification. 13. Open Doe Lots will start immediately at the conclusion of Class 2 Fitting and Showmanship. 14. Check of entries, lots and registration papers to be conducted prior to show day. Mandatory meeting for all goat exhibitors Monday, at 6:00 p.m. 15. Please indicate on entry form the total number of animals exhibited in this department. 16. NO HORNS - NO BUCKS. Exhibitors must ensure their animals are safe, cared for, and that their exhibit space is kept clean. Failure to do so may result in exhibitors being barred from future participation at the Altamont Fair. 17. All animal exhibits will close at 7 PM on Sunday. Release time depends on weather and traffic conditions but should be no later than 9 PM. Superintendent will announce exact time after consultation with Fair officials. 18. Best doe and Best junior doe in show lot held at end of Dairy Goat Show. Market goats to be judged immediately following the conclusion of the open doe show. 19. The junior and senior shows are not separately sanctioned. 20. There will be a designated area for the parking of all livestock trailers. You will no longer be able to park anywhere on the hill or along the fence line by the barns. 21. EXHIBITORS AND SPECTATORS ARE PROHIBITED FROM BRINGING ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES ONTO THE FAIRGROUNDS. ANYONE IN VIOLATION OF THIS MAY BE ASKED TO LEAVE, FORFEIT THEIR PREMIUMS AND/OR MAY BE REFUSED FUTURE PARTICIPATION IN THE FAIR. RABIES NOTICE Rabies vaccination: Proof of rabies vaccination is required READ 2018 ANIMAL HEALTH REQUIREMENTS
Class 1 - Market Goats Market goats may be purebred, grade or crossbred wethers or does. All animals exhibited in these lots may not be shown in any breed lots. Animals may be exhibited ONE time per lifetime. A market animal, by definition, is sold at market. It is not a pet to return each year. Goats will be weighed and placed in the appropriate weight lot where applicable. RIBBON - ROSETTE GRAND CHAMPION MARKET GOAT ENTRY FEE: $3.00 PER $22 $17 $14 $12 1. Junior Kids, Under 21 lbs. 2. Senior Kids, 21 lbs to 40 lbs. 3. Medium Weight, 41 lbs to 75 lbs. 4. Heavy Weight, 76 lbs and over Class 2 - Fitting and Showmanship Tuesday 8:00 AM ROSETTE CHAMPION SHOWMANSHIP AWARD ENTRY FEE: $3.00 S 1 AND 4 NO ENTRY FEE: S 2 AND 3 $27 $24 $20 $17 (Showmanship) 1. Adult, 19 and over 2. Senior, 13-18 3. Junior, 7-12 4. Novice, 6 and over or never having shown before. NOTE: Show order will be as follows: Class 5 - Nubian Class 6 - Oberhasli Class 7 - Saanen Class 8 - Toggenburg Class 9 - Recorded Grade Class 3 Alpine Class 4 - LaMancha Class 10 - Nigerian Dwarf $26 $23 $19 $16 Junior Division 1. Junior kids, under 4 months 2. Intermediate kids, 4 to under 6 months 3. Senior kids, 6 to under 8 months 4. Junior Yr., 8 to under 12 months 5. Senior Yr., 12 to under 24 months MILKERS Award 1st 2nd 3 rd 4 th Senior Division 6. Under 24 months 7. 2 years 8. 3 years 9. 4 years 10. 5-7 years 11. 8 and over $26 $23 $19 $16 JUNIOR DIVISION JR. CHAMPION RESERVE JR. CHAMPION (ALL 1 st & 2nd PLACES OF JUNIOR DIVISION) SENIOR CHAMPION RESERVE SENIOR CHAMPION (ALL 1 ST & 2ND PLACES OF SENIOR DIVISION) GRAND CHAMPION RESERVE GRAND CHAMPION (JUNIOR CHAMPION, SENIOR CHAMPION, RESERVE SENIOR CHAMPION WINNERS WILL COMPETE) SENIOR CHAMPION RESERVE CHAMPION GRAND CHAMPION RESERVE GRAND CHAMPION 2
$26 $23 $19 $16 12. Champion Challenge Champions of the Day are automatically entered in this class (no entry fee) 13. Best Udder 14. Get of Sire (3 daughters) Borrowing allowed, Sire to be named 15. Produce of Dam (2 daughters) borrowing allowed, Dam to be named 16. Dam & Daughter, borrowing allowed 17. Three best Does, to be bred & owned by exhibitor (limit one entry) 18. Best Herd, to be owned by exhibitor, 4 does (limit one entry) 19. Best Doe in show - all best of breed will compete (no entry fee) ROSETTE AND $25.00 AWARD FOR EACH DESIGNATION BEST DOE IN FAIR BEST JUNIOR DOE IN FAIR BEST HERD IN FAIR BEST UDDER IN FAIR Animals eligible for this award are the first place winners of the respective Class/Lot. NO SUBSTITUTION OF ANIMALS. 20. Official ADGA Milking Competition THURSDAY MILK-OUT 6 PM JUDGING FRIDAY 6 PM Class 11 - Fitting Competition FRIDAY 11 AM 1. The contest will be judged on the basis of the best job fitting and trimming a goat within one hour. 2. Goats to be provided by exhibitor. 3. Goats must be in natural condition with at least ¾ inches of hair. 4. Hoof trimming to be done prior to lot; hoof cleaning to be done during lot. NO ENTRY FEE S 2, 3, 5 AND 6 ENTRY FEE S 1 AND 4: $3.00 $25 $20 $17 $15 1. Senior Team, one or both members 19 and over 2. Junior Team, both members 14-18 years of age 3. Novice Team, both members 13 and under 4. Senior Individual 19 and over 5. Junior Individual 14-18 Years of age 6. Novice Individual 13 and under Class 12 - Herdsman Award NO ENTRY FEE REQUIRED MUST BE ENTERED TO BE ELIGIBLE AWARD TO BE MADE SATURDAY AT 3:00 pm SPECIAL TROPHY TO BE AWARDED IN MEMORY OF MARIE ARMSTRONG DONATED BY HER FRIENDS AT SCHENECTADY COUNTY CHILDREN'S SERVICES $27 $20 $15 $12 This award is open only to those exhibitors showing at least 3 animal lots. Judges shall be guided by the following points: 1. Manner in which he cares for and shows his exhibits. 2. Neatness and cleanliness of stalls, bedding and animals on exhibit. 3. Use of farm sign and marking of exhibits. 4. Cooperation with Superintendent and others in keeping his entire exhibit neat and attractive. Pens will be checked daily, except for show day. Class 13 - Goat Promotion NO ENTRY FEE $30 $25 $20 $15 1. Space to be assigned to exhibitor. 2. Display must be exhibited Mon., August 14, through Sun. August 20. 3. Exhibits to be judged on attractiveness and effectiveness in promoting goats and goat products. Visibility from the center aisles is required. Class 14 - Costume FRIDAY 4 PM 1. Costume is open to all ages. Contest judged on originality and creative costuming. 2. Leaders and goat should be in costume. 3. Lot 1 through 4 consists of one handler and one animal. 4. Lot 5 to consist of more than one handler and or goat. 5. Leader does not have to own goat. 6. The same costume should be not used each year SCORECARD FOR COSTUME JUDGING Costume of Leader 25 Originality of Idea 25 Costume of Goat 25 Overall Appearance 25 100 NO ENTRY FEE S 2-4 ENTRY FEE S 1 AND 5 $2.00 Award 1st 2nd 3 rd 4 th $17 $15 $12 $10 1. 18 and over 2. Ages 13 to 17 3. Ages 7 to 12 4. Ages 6 and under 5. Team, any age 3
Class 15 Judge Along Saturday 1:00 p.m. Show Ring NOTICE: Fleeces and Mohair Products are shown in Department C Sheep. A special Dairy Goat Judge-A-Long Lot will be conducted. See Superintendent for details and entry forms prior to show. NO ENTRY FEE S 2-4 ENTRY FEE 1: $2.00 $17 $15 $12 $10 1. Open 2. Ages 14-18 3. Under 14 4. Under 10 NO ENTRY FEE Class 16 - Goat Knowledge Award 1st 2nd 3 rd 4 th $17 $15 $12 $10 : 1. Novice - 6 or never entered before 2. Junior - 7-12 years of age 3. Intermediate - 13-15 years of age 4. Senior - 16-18 years of age ENTRY FEE: $2.00 Class 17 Goat Photo Contest Judge by Wednesday Evening Award : 1 st 2 nd 3rd 4th $12 $10 $8 $6 1. Black and White 2. Color 3. Fun Photo OFFICIAL ONE- DAY TEST DAIRY GOAT MILKING COMPETITION - ADGA SANCTIONED Tester: Jeremy Urquhart - Dairy One Tattoos must be clearly legible and match the registration or the doe will be disqualified from the competition This test allows does to get their ADGA milker designation. This competition is open to any goat registered or recorded in ADGA, AGS or CGS. Registration papers and freshening dates are required. The goats planning to participate in the test must be on the fairgrounds 2:00 p.m., Monday, August 13. Milk production will be measured for a 24 hour period. The first milk out will be Thursday August 16 at 6 PM. The test day will be August 17, 7:30 AM and 6 PM. Any ADGA registered or recorded standard breed goat that receives 18 or more points and any ADGA registered miniature breed goat that receives 7 or more points will be awarded an automatic *M designation. Points shall be given for quantity of milk, for a period of time since last kidding, and for butterfat as follows: a) For each pound of milk, one point figured to one decimal place. b) For each complete ten days the goat has been in milk since last kidding, one tenth (.1) of a point with a maximum of 3.6 points for standard breeds and.04 of a point with a maximum of 1.44 points for miniature breeds. c) For each.05 pounds of butterfat yielded in the milkings, one point. SUNDAY In lieu of the Open Doe Show, previously scheduled in this time slot, there will now be a fun day obstacle course. No entry fees, no monetary awards. For details please contact the superintendent in charge of this department. 1. The Fun Photo is based on humor and laughter. The Fun Photo will only be judged on the subject of the photo. The Fun Photo must be entered under the category of Fun Photo. 2. Sizes of photos accepted: 3 ½ x 5, 4 x 6, 5x 7, 8 x 10 3. Judging will be in the following areas: (5 points each for a maximum of 25 points.) a. Composition the overall picture b. Lighting contrasts on colors, shading, etc. c. Sharpness of image how focused is this picture d. Viewer s Eye what is the first thing a person sees in your photo? e. Photo Presentation: Is the picture framed, matted? What is the overall presentation of the picture? 4. Submission must be ready for hanging. 4
Name: Address: Altamont Fair PO Box 506 Altamont, NY 12009 Phone: 518/861-6671 Fax: 518/861-7251 Email: camping@altamontfair.com Livestock Exhibitor Camping/Vehicle Registration City: State: Zip: Home Phone: Cell Phone: Type of Livestock (circle one) Cattle Goats Equine Poultry Rabbits Sheep NOTE: Camping space is limited, sites are on a first come, first serve basis. Campers will be received starting Saturday August 13, from Noon to 6:00 p.m. Under no circumstances is a camper to be placed on a site without the express permission of the Altamont Fair. If you must bring your camper to the grounds before August 11 prior approval must be obtained from the Altamont Fair. If a camper is placed without approval, it will be moved and you will be charged a $50 removal fee. For a pump-out you must notify the main office to receive the appropriate tag for that day s schedule. This tag is to be placed in a prominent location on the camper. Pumping of sites is scheduled from 7-9 a.m. daily. CAMPER INFORMATION Year: Length: Width: Make/Model/Type: Plate Number: Arrival Date: Departure Date: Number of nights: $100.00 per camper(includes 7 nights of electric/water only) NOTE: PLEASE COMPLETE ONE FORM PER CAMPER NO SLIDE OUTS
ALTAMONT FAIR ENTRY FORM USE THIS FORM FOR DEPARTMENT D GOATS File with or mail to: ENTRIES, Altamont Fair, P. O. Box 506, Altamont, NY 12009. Entry fee(s) must be enclosed with entry form. There will be no confirmation of entries and/or fees received. Name: Address: Phone: City: State: Zip: County: Email address (please print legibly): Indicate the number of animals entered: Also entered in 4-H? Yes No DEPT. CLASS D NAME OF ANIMAL OR ARTICLE PLEASE DO NOT WRITE IN NAME OF ENTRY FEE Total Entry Fee this side Total Entry Fee add l page(s) Total of Premiums I hereby certify that every animal and handler/rider/driver are eligible as entered and agree for myself and my representatives to be familiar with and bound by the rules of this show. I, the undersigned, agree to enter the above animal at my own risk, accepting full responsibility for any accident, injury or damage caused to or by any animal, owner, rider/driver, vehicle, exhibitor, spectator, groom, attendant, person in my employ or any other person or property in connection with this competition. Every entry at this competition shall constitute an agreement that the person making it, owner, lessee, trainer, manager, agent, coach, driver, rider and the animal shall be bound by and subject to the rules of this competition and will indemnify and hold harmless this show and its committee, the Albany, Schenectady, Greene County Agricultural and Historical Society, Inc., (The Altamont Fair), its membership and its directors. The owner, rider/driver and any of their agents or representatives acknowledge that they participate voluntarily in the competition fully aware that sports and competition involve inherent risk, and by participating they expressly assume any and all risks of injury or loss. Signed: Date: 2
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